At Her Best, Jennifer Theby-Quinn Has Something to Say in Upstream’s ‘Iphigenia in Splott’

At Her Best, Jennifer Theby-Quinn Has Something to Say in Upstream’s ‘Iphigenia in Splott’

By Lynn VenhausJennifer Theby-Quinn goes there. In a raw, emotionally wrenching performance, Theby-Quinn shows her limitless range as fireball Effie, a rough-around-the-edges working-class heroine, in... Details
Merry Pranksters Back with Gross-Out Hijinks in ‘Jackass Forever’

Merry Pranksters Back with Gross-Out Hijinks in ‘Jackass Forever’

By Lynn VenhausDo not try any of these stunts at home. Seriously. Imitating the now-famous reckless TV show did injure youngsters playing at home, and... Details
All for love and ‘zazz,’ ‘The Prom’ Triumphs at the Fox Theatre

All for love and ‘zazz,’ ‘The Prom’ Triumphs at the Fox Theatre

By Lynn VenhausLet’s hear it for love and ‘Zazz’! An original musical comedy that remains a breath of fresh air, “The Prom” pops with color... Details
Ninth Annual St Louis Theater Circle Awards Returns March 28 To Honor Regional Work in 2020-2021

Ninth Annual St Louis Theater Circle Awards Returns March 28 To Honor Regional Work in 2020-2021

Annual Gala Not Held in 2021 Due to Coronavirus Pandemic ST. LOUIS, February 2, 2022 – After a hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic in... Details
Hokey Long-Delayed ‘The King’s Daughter’ Is Good-Looking Turgid Drivel

Hokey Long-Delayed ‘The King’s Daughter’ Is Good-Looking Turgid Drivel

By Lynn VenhausOnce upon a time, a romantic fantasy based on the 1997 book, “The Moon and the Sun” by Vonda N. McIntyre, sat on... Details
St Louis Teen Talent Competition Finals Set for Feb. 11 at The Fox

St Louis Teen Talent Competition Finals Set for Feb. 11 at The Fox

On January 16, forty-two metro area high school acts competed in the semi-final round of the 12th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition. The acts were... Details
Sightlines: Remembering My Sundance Volunteer Experience

Sightlines: Remembering My Sundance Volunteer Experience

By Lynn Venhaus At the 27th Annual Sundance Film Festival, my two sons, Tim and Charlie, and I, were accepted as ushers for the fest.... Details
Farhadi’s Shrewd ‘A Hero’ Explores Life’s Messy, Many Shades of Gray

Farhadi’s Shrewd ‘A Hero’ Explores Life’s Messy, Many Shades of Gray

By Lynn VenhausWhile actions usually have consequences, what is it that we can live with – the choices we make that aren’t always so black-and-white. ... Details
The Midnight Company Announces Line-Up for 25th Anniversary Year

The Midnight Company Announces Line-Up for 25th Anniversary Year

The Midnight Company, celebrating its 25th Anniversary Season in 2022, is announcing its lineup of productions for this landmark year. Midnight will open with ANOMALOUS... Details
Bold ‘Scream’ Requel Playfully Pokes Fun At Horror Fans and Formulas

Bold ‘Scream’ Requel Playfully Pokes Fun At Horror Fans and Formulas

By Lynn Venhaus“What’s your favorite scary movie?” Uh-oh. If hearing that menacing modified voice on the other end of a landline (!) sends shivers down... Details